Madame Recamier And Her Friends (1907)

By Hugh Noel Williams

Book Overview

Madame Recamier and Her Friends is a historical book written by H. Noel Williams in 1907. The book is a biography of Madame Recamier, a prominent figure in French society during the 18th century. Madame Recamier was known for her beauty, intelligence, and charm, and she was a friend to many influential people of her time, including Napoleon Bonaparte, Germaine de Stael, and Francois-Rene de Chateaubriand.The book provides a detailed account of Madame Recamier's life, from her childhood to her rise to fame as a socialite in Paris. It also explores her relationships with her many friends and acquaintances, including her love affair with Chateaubriand.The author, H. Noel Williams, was a British writer and historian who was known for his works on French history and literature. In Madame Recamier and Her Friends, he provides a vivid and engaging portrait of one of the most fascinating women of her time, and offers insights into the cultural and political climate of France during the 18th century. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in French history, literature, or culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104356325
• ISBN13: 9781104356323
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"